Windsor Fire and Rescue vehicles. Blackburn News file photo.Windsor Fire and Rescue vehicles. Blackburn News file photo.
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UDPATE: Candle Causes Fire In College Residence

A candle is getting the blame for a fire at a St. Clair College residence building in Windsor.

The Windsor Fire and Rescue Service first reported the blaze at the student residence located on Geraedts Dr., on Friday shortly before 6pm.  The fire reportedly started on the fourth floor and was contained to one unit in the building.

As of 6:40pm, firefighters had extinguished the fire were working to expel smoke from the building.

No injuries have been reported.

Fire officials say the blaze was caused when a candle was accidentally knocked over. Damage to the unit is estimated at around $50,000.

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